Narendra Modi completes 25 continuous years as Head of Government; world leaders send greetings
On 7 October 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi completed 25 continuous years as Head of Government, counting from his first taking office as Chief Minister of Gujarat in 2001 and as Prime Minister since 2014; leaders of several countries sent greetings.
Summary
Prime Minister Narendra Modi completed 25 continuous years as Head of Government on 7 October 2026, according to the Prime Minister's Office. The milestone counts his tenure since he first assumed office as Chief Minister of Gujarat in 2001, a post he held for over twelve years, and as Prime Minister of India since 2014. Leaders including Bhutan's Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay and Nigeria's President Bola Ahmed Tinubu congratulated him.
Key facts
- Milestone
- 25 continuous years as Head of Government, 7 October 2026
- First office
- Chief Minister of Gujarat, 2001
- Prime Minister since
- 2014
- Greetings from
- Bhutan PM Tshering Tobgay, Nigeria President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and others
Practice MCQs 1 questions
On 7 October 2026, PM Narendra Modi completed 25 continuous years as Head of Government. He first assumed office in 2001 as Chief Minister of which state?
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Correct answer: A — Gujarat